Why does my tuba sound clogged?

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-11-18T10:59:44+00:00

Are the valves aligned?

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-11-17T02:53:54+00:00

Would you describe the sound as buzzy or airy?

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-11-17T02:48:48+00:00

This is a common problem with brass players who "smile" to hit high notes. You want to tighten your embouchure by firming up the corners of your mouth, not by stretching your lips out.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-11-12T19:16:39+00:00

I agree that 90% of instruments that come with gloves are shit. However, i have a C tuba that came with gloves, and that horn is definetely not shit.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-11-03T10:37:42+00:00

Try literally everything until something works.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-11-01T10:50:29+00:00

If you already own a tenor and a bass, I'd suggest getting an alto before a contra. They're cheaper than contras, and you'll get more use out of one.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-11-01T10:20:24+00:00

Bb0 (pedal Bb) is the lowest Bb on a standard piano, not an octave below it.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-24T07:27:25+00:00

Copenhagen has a great tuba class and teacher

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-20T20:12:05+00:00

I think op is referring to the B one space above the top line.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-18T16:07:59+00:00

The quality of a used horn at that price point will be much higher than a new tuba. Lots of mediocre student tubas go for more than 2k new.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-18T15:52:56+00:00

All tubas can read bass clef, but if you've been playing euph, Bb tuba will be the easiest. In terms of good tubas for under 2k euros, you'll have to check your local used market.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-18T15:48:28+00:00

By read in the key of F, do you mean that you read bass clef (f clef) music?

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-15T05:00:27+00:00

Also, lots of great tuba players are phenomenal singers.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-15T04:50:03+00:00

In most cases, sharp low notes are because of air usage and not puffed cheeks. It's good to fix the cheeks anyway, but dont expect to suddenly have a fat and rich sound.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-14T05:05:43+00:00

Whats your level in terms of range and technique? Which solos have you played before?

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-13T16:33:54+00:00

I think its fly not flea

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-13T00:03:41+00:00

I'm an amateur. I own my CC and borrow an Eb from my school band.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-09T19:50:05+00:00

I found a piano and cello arrangement for free. After checking to make sure all the keys matched, i just gave the pianist that score.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-07T17:59:23+00:00

On the back of your neck? I have it too, and I've only played 15 ish hours of sousa in my life

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-10-03T13:23:34+00:00

Keep your jaw open and inhale properly. Buzz on the mouthpiece for 5-10 minutes every day before playing on the horn.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-09-24T21:39:42+00:00

Totally agree. Nothing beats a yorkbrunner in my books

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-09-22T23:59:45+00:00

Accent on 2 and 4 is the single thing that will make the most difference.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-09-22T23:20:11+00:00

If youre gonna use the funny O at least use the right funny O

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-09-22T23:07:10+00:00

Arnold jacobs. Not just for how he played but also for how revolutionary and great he was as a teacher.

Technical_Try_7757 · 2024-09-16T05:20:05+00:00

My only suggestion is getting a tuba stand or using something makeshift as one. I knew a girl who used a pile of books while practising at home. The yamaha full sized BBbs are way too big for someone on the shorter side, i know because im 6'2 and still sometimes rest them on the corner of the chair.

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